Hmm...Ponders if I'm technically too old for Quarterlife but it sounds incredible.
My favorite Thanksgiving EVER was the one my husband and I spent with just 2 friends. Thanksgiving is chaotic. I love the food but the company is overwhelming to me. I'm glad you have some peace with the traditions you're making on your own. A walk + the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade are non-negotiables for me.
I'll be signing up to take that bookmatch quiz ASAP.
Over the years I've spent a multitude of holiday's alone. The first was the absolute worst before I dusted away my tears, decided to get out of bed, turn the TV off, take a shower and head out, no destination in mind.
That day I ended up eating at a prime rib buffet (I lived in Las Vegas at the time), gambled some slot machines, took in a movie, came home and read a great book, and got to sleep with a smile on my face. After that I worked most holidays... Until recently married, and now we hang and have a nice meal and enjoy being cozy. For me, it was about letting go; trying to recreate what I grew up with, spending time with family... Those times were priceless and never coming back, so I had to make it work in a way that made sense for me. This was a great read, and timely too. You may have saved someone a tear or two, their first one faces solo.
We are originally from another country and family is abroad, so I usually spend thanksgiving with my partner eating Chinese and watching TV and it is GLORIOUS.
I love your Thanksgiving tradition! It sounds quite lovely and cozy ☺️ also, thanks for sharing Bookmatch, what a great incentive for donating to an important cause!
My husband and I spend the holidays just us, and it's been a huge relief. We moved away from family ten years ago, and the stress and cost of getting "home" for the holidays is not worth it. We have a silent day with cookies, books, pajamas, and naps on Christmas. There's usually one tiny moment of FOMO, and then I realize that I don't have to have one uncomfortable conversation. Zero expectations. Hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving!
I love this. I'm so glad you have embraced Thanksgiving for one! I think we need to normalize being happy about being alone, if that's our choice. I also love the idea of a big breakfast on Thanksgiving morning. You are right, who says adults can't make hand turkey crafts?! Brilliant idea! I love your books to match those Thanksgiving episodes, such a great idea!
Hmm...Ponders if I'm technically too old for Quarterlife but it sounds incredible.
My favorite Thanksgiving EVER was the one my husband and I spent with just 2 friends. Thanksgiving is chaotic. I love the food but the company is overwhelming to me. I'm glad you have some peace with the traditions you're making on your own. A walk + the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade are non-negotiables for me.
I'll be signing up to take that bookmatch quiz ASAP.
Over the years I've spent a multitude of holiday's alone. The first was the absolute worst before I dusted away my tears, decided to get out of bed, turn the TV off, take a shower and head out, no destination in mind.
That day I ended up eating at a prime rib buffet (I lived in Las Vegas at the time), gambled some slot machines, took in a movie, came home and read a great book, and got to sleep with a smile on my face. After that I worked most holidays... Until recently married, and now we hang and have a nice meal and enjoy being cozy. For me, it was about letting go; trying to recreate what I grew up with, spending time with family... Those times were priceless and never coming back, so I had to make it work in a way that made sense for me. This was a great read, and timely too. You may have saved someone a tear or two, their first one faces solo.
We are originally from another country and family is abroad, so I usually spend thanksgiving with my partner eating Chinese and watching TV and it is GLORIOUS.
Love everything about this. I’ll absolutely be having a nice breakfast and crunch some leaves on Thanksgiving.
I love your Thanksgiving tradition! It sounds quite lovely and cozy ☺️ also, thanks for sharing Bookmatch, what a great incentive for donating to an important cause!
My husband and I spend the holidays just us, and it's been a huge relief. We moved away from family ten years ago, and the stress and cost of getting "home" for the holidays is not worth it. We have a silent day with cookies, books, pajamas, and naps on Christmas. There's usually one tiny moment of FOMO, and then I realize that I don't have to have one uncomfortable conversation. Zero expectations. Hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving!
I love this. I'm so glad you have embraced Thanksgiving for one! I think we need to normalize being happy about being alone, if that's our choice. I also love the idea of a big breakfast on Thanksgiving morning. You are right, who says adults can't make hand turkey crafts?! Brilliant idea! I love your books to match those Thanksgiving episodes, such a great idea!